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When I grew up, I lived in the ghettos of Hollywood it was the most disgusting place to be. I was known as the crazy little kid. I did impressions. Then I realized that's not what I want to do. I don't want to be a comedian to please other people.

Leonardo DiCaprio

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Leonardo DiCaprio
Age: 50
Born: 1974
Born: November 11
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